The CIPD Certificate in Training Practice (CTP) is the most widely recognised qualification for those seeking success and credibility in the field of training and development. The programme enables training and development professionals to develop the expertise to understand, identify, deliver and evaluate training within their organisation.

The Certificate is a uniquely flexible, modular programme which leads to Associate membership of the CIPD upon successful completion. This is an ideal programme for those who require a means of professional recognition in the field of training and development, and is a skills-based rather than an academic programme.

A key benefit of this modular programme is its flexibility which allows you to balance the requirements of the programme with your work and personal commitments. To assist you in your studies, you have open access to extensive online learning and support materials via a dedicated Learner Support Site.

This modular programme is particularly aimed at new trainers, or those with little experience, who wish to acquire an in-depth and thorough grounding in the training cycle and the fundamentals of learning and development.

It gives you the flexibility to complete the programme at a pace that suits you and your outside commitments. You are required to complete the Certificate within two years.

If you are an experienced trainer and want to complete the Certificate in a shorter time frame, you might be interested in our Fast-track programme.

Who is it for?

This flexible modular programme is ideally suited to trainers who need to balance the requirements of the programme with other work and personal commitments. It is particularly aimed at new trainers or those with little experience who wish to acquire an in-depth and thorough grounding in the training cycle and the fundamentals of learning and development. If you are an experienced trainer, you might be interested in our Fast-track programme.

How long does it take to complete?

This Modular programme is designed to be flexible. Completion usually takes a year*, although it can be taken over a shorter or longer period, up to a maximum of two years if necessary.

*You have a maximum of two years to complete the requirements of the programme.

Why choose this Certificate programme?

• the focus of this programme is to quickly translate academic knowledge and understanding into skills that can be applied in the workplace
• the programme is arranged in five modules giving you the flexibility to attend dates that fit both your work and domestic commitments
• modules are limited to 12 delegates to ensure plenty of time for participation and discussion
• all candidates are allocated a CIPD qualified personal tutor to provide you with telephone/written support and guidance on all aspects of the Certificate
• the modules are held on a residential basis allowing you time to focus on the subject as well as benefit form networking with fellow professionals.